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ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK (PRODUCTION): POLICY AND LEGISLATION: VEHICLE REGISTRATION AND LICENSING

Department of Transport

Salary band

Not specified

Closing date

28 August 2026

Reference

DOT 190/2026

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About this role

Department

Department of Transport

Location

Motor Transport Services, Pietermaritzburg

Salary

R237 453 annum (Level 05)

Requirements

A Senior Certificate/ National Certificate (Vocational) NQF level 4. Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of the National Traffic Information System (NaTIS). Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles. Knowledge of Road Traffic Act 1996 (Act no. 93 of 1996). Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service. Knowledge of Public Service Regulations. Knowledge of working with NaTIS and NRTA. Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data and collect statistics. Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment. Computer literacy. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work as part of a team as well as independently. Flexible and interpersonal skills. The ideal candidate must be committed to organisational objectives/projects and programmes, be responsible, punctual, conscientious and receptive to suggestions and ideas. He/she should also be loyal and honest, accurate, comply with code of conduct and must be neat and tidy.

Duties

Render clerical support services. Process applications for registration of Manufacturers, Importers and Builders, the Number Plate and Microdot Industries and Weighbridge Facilities, in terms of Road Traffic Legislation. Provide personnel administrative support services. Maintain an accurate filing system for the Policy and Legislation component.

Enquiries

Ms S van Wyk Tel No: (033) 395 1808

Notes

It is the intention of this Department to consider equity targets when filling these positions. 192

Closing Date

2026-08-28T23:59:00+02:00

About administrative roles in South Africa

Administrative and clerical positions are among the most consistently advertised roles in both the South African public and private sectors. Government departments in particular have a high and ongoing demand for administrative clerks, especially at salary levels 5 to 7 on the public service scale. These roles form the operational backbone of every department and offer a stable entry point into a public sector career with a clear progression path.

·Government admin roles almost always require a Z83 form and a detailed CV listing all previous administrative experience with exact dates.

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·Many admin roles require a valid driver's licence. If you have one, make it prominent on your CV.

·For Senior Administrative Officer posts, management experience and the ability to supervise staff are assessed during interviews.

About the hiring department

This vacancy is within Department of Transport. Government departments in South Africa advertise vacancies through the Public Service Commission and are required to follow a standardised recruitment process governed by the Public Service Act. Applications are screened against the minimum requirements listed in the advert before any CV is reviewed by a panel.

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Requirements

·A Senior Certificate/ National Certificate (Vocational) NQF level 4
·Knowledge, Skills and Competencies Required: Knowledge of the National Traffic Information System (NaTIS)
·Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles
·Knowledge of Road Traffic Act 1996 (Act no
·Knowledge and understanding of the legislative framework governing the Public Service
·Knowledge of Public Service Regulations
·Knowledge of working with NaTIS and NRTA
·Knowledge of clerical duties, practices as well as the ability to capture data and collect statistics
·Knowledge of working procedures in terms of the working environment
·Computer literacy

Key Duties

·Render clerical support services
·Process applications for registration of Manufacturers, Importers and Builders, the Number Plate and Microdot Industries and Weighbridge Facilities, in terms of Road Traffic Legislation
·Provide personnel administrative support services
·Maintain an accurate filing system for the Policy and Legislation component

Before you apply - checklist

Make sure you have everything ready before the closing date.

✓Download and fully complete the official Z83 form - partial or outdated Z83 versions are rejected
✓Prepare a detailed CV listing every previous post with exact start and end dates (month and year)
✓Get certified copies of all qualifications - certification must be done at a police station or commissioner of oaths
✓Include a certified copy of your South African ID document or passport
✓Be prepared to undergo a criminal record check - a conviction may disqualify you depending on the nature of the post
✓Submit your complete application package to sechele.o@dbe.gov.za before the closing date - late or incomplete submissions are not considered

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